Belt game 4,652 · February 27, 1986
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat Boston Bruins 2–1 on the road to start reign 1,739 of the NHL belt, the 15th for the franchise.
Boston Bruins had held it since February 22, 1986, with 2 defenses over 5 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 14 days and 6 defenses, then lost it to Philadelphia Flyers on March 13, 1986.
1,739Reign number
15Team's reign
6Defenses
14Days held